Galena Drive is in Nottingham and in Gedling district. NG3 6JS is located in the Carlton Hill electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Gedling. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Galena Drive, Nottingham, NG3 6JS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NG3 6NA, NG3 6JR, NG3 6JW, NG3 6NB, NG3 6JU, NG3 6ND, NG3 6NG, NG3 6JQ, NG3 6NP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding NG3 6JS has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 49.4% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 47.8% | 50.6% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around NG3 6JS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.4% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.7% | 45.4% | 4.7% | 37.9% | 7.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.2% | 36.2% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -8.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0.5% | -0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 0.5% | 1.4% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 7.2% | -1.6% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 7.7% | 9.2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 3.1% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.7% | 48.6% | 6.9% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 35.6% | 30.4% | -5.2% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 17% | 12.8% | -4.2% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 6.2% | 3.0% | 4.0% | 2.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.7% | 19.8% | -2.9% | 18.2% | 1.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 13% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 11.6% | -3.3% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.6% | 8.2% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 21.3% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 4.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.6% | 22.7% | 4.1% | 33.8% | -11.1% |
| Other | 9.3% | 3.4% | -5.9% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 75.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Indian | 6.1% | 1.6% | -4.5% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 4% | 0.4% | -3.6% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 1.9% | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 2.5% | 0.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 3.2% | 5% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 4.0% |
| Other Black | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2% | 3.5% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 80.6% | 75.6% | -5.0% | 81.4% | -5.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 1.6% | 2.7% |
In this area, 77.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87% | 77.1% | -9.9% | 83.2% | -6.1% |
| European Union | 5.3% | 10.9% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 4.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.5% | 4.7% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 3.5% | 1.1% | 1.3% | 2.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.6% | 77.4% | -7.2% | 83.2% | -5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 12.8% | 12.8% | 9.8% | 3.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 6.2% | 4.6% | 2.9% | 3.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 13% | 1.9% | -11.1% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.8% | 76.7% | -7.9% |
| Italy | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 5.9% | 1.3% | 4.6% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Turkey | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.3% | 37.2% | 7.1% |
| Christian | 40.8% | 46.2% | -5.4% |
| Muslim | 2.7% | 6.5% | -3.8% |
| Sikh | 2.7% | 0.9% | 1.8% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 8.6% | 6.0% | 2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Galena Drive was 44.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 14.9% lower than the Carlton Hill average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Galena Drive has the 21st highest crime rate of 48 local areas in Carlton Hill and the 174th highest crime rate of 385 local areas in Gedling .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 134.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Galena Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2021-03-31 | £232,918 |
| 44 Galena Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2015-12-03 | £152,266 |
| 42 Galena Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £89,000 | 2015-06-25 | £154,641 |
| 4 Galena Drive, Nottingham, City Of Nottingham Detached, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2015-04-10 | £236,420 |
| 26 Galena Drive, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2015-01-15 | £152,243 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Nottingham Nursery School and Training Centre Denman Street West , Radford NG7 3AB | 4out of 4 | 4,411 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hogarth Academy Porchester Road , NG3 6JG | 3out of 4 | 272 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Standhill Infants' School Standhill Road , Carlton NG4 1JL | 3out of 4 | 579 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Porchester Junior School Standhill Road , Carlton NG4 1LF | 3out of 4 | 664 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady & St Edward Primary & Nursery Catholic Voluntary Academy Gordon Road , St Ann's NG3 2LG | 3out of 4 | 871 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Blue Bell Hill Primary and Nursery School Gordon Road , St Ann's NG3 2LE | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Wells Academy Ransom Drive , NG3 5LR | - not rated | 1,380 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Academy Coningswath Road , Carlton NG4 3SH | 3out of 4 | 1,531 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Djanogly City Academy Gregory Boulevard , Nottingham Road NG7 6ND | 3out of 4 | 3,222 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Nottingham Free School The Courtaulds Building , 290 Haydn Road NG5 1EB | 3out of 4 | 3,245 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Arnold Hill Spencer Academy Gedling Road , Arnold NG5 6NZ | 2out of 4 | 3,620 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham College Adams Building, Stoney Street , NG1 1NG | - not rated | 2,506 yd | Further education | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham Academy Greenwood Road , NG3 7EB | 3out of 4 | 1,585 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thorneywood Education Base The Wells Road , NG3 3AL | - not rated | 273 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Rosehill School St Matthias Road , NG3 2FE | 4out of 4 | 1,193 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Iona School 310 Sneinton Dale , Sneinton NG3 7DN | - not rated | 1,387 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutherland House School Bath Street , NG1 1DA | 3out of 4 | 2,051 yd | Non-maintained special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carlton Digby School 61 Digby Avenue , Mapperley NG3 6DS | 3out of 4 | 2,139 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forty Four Cosy Cafe And Gifts | 182A Porchester Road, Mapperley | 469 yd | |
| Age Concern Mayfields Day Centre | Age Concern, 352 - 356 Carlton Hill | 594 yd | |
| Age Concern Tea Bar | Age Concern, 352 - 356 Carlton Hill | 616 yd | |
| Porchester Cafe | Porchester Wines, 200 Porchester Road | 624 yd | |
| Piggins Inn | 338 - 340 Carlton Hill, Carlton | 672 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Brickyard | 1A Standhill Road, Carlton | 535 yd | |
| Punch Bowl | The Punch Bowl, 214 Porchester Road | 880 yd | |
| Greyfriars Social Club | Greyfriars Club, Gordon Road | 930 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orient Chef | 378 Carlton Hill, Carlton | 402 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Dominos, 390 Carlton Hill | 402 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 2 Pearmain Drive | 490 yd | |
| Shah's Fast Food | 2 Thorneywood Mount | 528 yd | |
| Levanti's | 500 Carlton Road | 758 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| IC Discounts | The Wells Road | 751 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Plc | Iceland, 303 Carlton Hill | 799 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 305A Carlton Hill | 799 yd | |
| Flints Stores | 8 Ransom Road | 958 yd | |
| Tesco Stores Ltd | 1 Oakdale Road | 994 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hogarth Academy PORCHESTER ROAD | grass pitches | 222 yd |
| Sutherland House Schools (Closed) Sutherland Road | 507 yd | |
| Standhill Recreation Ground Standhill Road | grass pitches | 556 yd |
| K.K Sports And Leisure Centre KASHMIR SPORTS AND LEISURE CENTRE KASHMIR SPORTS AND LEISURE CENTRE CARLTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 893 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.6% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 134.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.